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George's Tree & Landscaping Services
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Guilford, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George's Tree Service does an excellent job! This is the second time I have used them, and I will definitely use them again in the future. They are very professional and do great work at a very reasonable price! They removed my trees and cleaned up the area very well. I highly recommend them!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
AM Tree & Landscape
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Guilford, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and AM Tree and Landscaping were wonderful! They listened to our concerns, made suggestions and explained WHY they were going to trim the way they did. They touched base with us regularly to make sure we were all on the same page! They went above and beyond what tree services we’d ever had before! Clean up was spot on and all at a very reasonable price. We definitely recommend them to everyone!"
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sweet's Land Clearing & Forestry
3.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming - For BusinessTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Guilford, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very responsive, professional and honest. Explained the process, made sure I was happy with the completed work and even made suggestions which decreased the original estimated cost of our project. We will be using them again."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

Ideally, you’ll have a good enough relationship with your neighbors that you can kindly mention this task in regular conversation. However, every neighbor (and neighborhood) is different. Your best bet will always be to ask directly and nicely, offering to contribute to the tree trimming efforts if you’d like. However, if you are bothered by the tree and your neighbor is unwilling to cut it, you can involve the help of the homeowners’ association or local authorities, if applicable.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:

  • Local cost of labor and supplies

  • Accessibility of the tree

  • Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree

  • The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)

  • Local seasonal discounts for the off-season

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